Fluffy Paleo Pancakes and Caramelized Bananas

Fluffy paleo pancakes made with Bob's Red Mill Paleo Pancake & Waffle Mix and topped with sweet caramelized bananas.  Paleo never tasted so good!

This recipe was sponsored by Bob's Red Mill.  All opinions are my own.

Fluffy Paleo Pancakes and Caramelized Bananas

Pancakes are can seem like an indulgent breakfast.  But what if I told you that there's a way to amp up the protein and nutrition in your morning flapjacks, and make them incredibly fluffy?  Oh, yes, now I've got your attention!

When Bob's Red Mill emailed me to say, "Hey, Katie, we'd like to send you some goodies and see what you make of them," of course I said, "Heck yes!"

Or something to that extent.  I'm not usually prone to using "heck" in emails, but I may have gotten carried away with excitement.

I was most excited to try out their new Paleo Pancake & Waffle Mix, but when I looked inside the box, I also saw a few extra treats.  More on those a little later.

The Paleo Pancake & Waffle Mix is lightly sweetened with coconut sugar, but since I'm a sucker for sweetness, I decided to amp it up (healthfully) with a few caramelized banana slices using a bit of maple syrup and coconut oil.

Plus, I've included a special technique for making your paleo pancakes fluffy.  The trick to making fluffy paleo pancakes involves treating them like a cake.  You'll use whipped egg whites to lighten the batter and make it as fluffy as possible.

This dish makes a great breakfast, of course, but it's also suitable for breakfast-for-dinner, or refueling after a workout.  It's versatile and delicious.

The Bob's Red Mill Pancake & Waffle Mix can be used for pancakes, obviously, and also for waffles.  For even more flexibility, you can pick up their Paleo Baking Flour.  Use the Paleo Baking Flour for everything from muffins and cookies, to flatbreads and cakes, and more.

If you like smoothies, you'll really like their Vanilla Protein Powder Nutritional Booster.  It's gluten free, sweetened with monk fruit, and includes chia and probiotics.  It also comes in chocolate, chai, and unflavored.

Those who dig gluten free products will love their Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour.  Use it cup for cup as a substitute in all your favorite recipes.  You can also pick up one of their Gluten Free Oatmeal cups.  I tried the blueberry and hazelnut flavor, which was lovely.  It makes an excellent grab-and-go breakfast on days where you don't have time to make fluffy paleo pancakes.

Frequently Asked Questions about Fluffy Paleo Pancakes

Are these paleo pancakes grain and gluten free?  Yes, when made according to the directions.

What makes these paleo pancakes fluffy?  Separating the eggs and beating the whites into a foam, which adds more air bubbles, making the pancakes even fluffier.

Do you have to make the caramelized bananas?  No.  If you don't want them, just skip those ingredients and the related directions.

Are these really the best paleo pancakes?  How do they taste?  In my experience, yes.  They taste like fluffy pancakes with a mildly coconut-flavored sweetness.

Where can I buy Bob's Red Mill Paleo Pancake and Waffle Mix?  Find a store here, or shop online.

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Fluffy Paleo Pancakes and Caramelized Bananas

Fluffy paleo pancakes made with Bob's Red Mill Paleo Pancake & Waffle Mix and topped with sweet caramelized bananas. Paleo never tasted so good!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American, Paleo

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 2

Calories 466 kcal

Author Katie Moseman

Ingredients

For the Caramelized Bananas

• 1 banana ripe
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil melted
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup

For the Fluffy Paleo Pancakes

• 2 eggs
• 1 cup Bob's Red Mill Paleo Pancake & Waffle Mix
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Instructions

1. Slice the banana into rounds, place in a bowl, and gently stir to coat with the maple syrup and 1 teaspoon of melted coconut oil.  Set aside.

2. Preheat a griddle or nonstick pan to medium heat.

3. Separate the egg whites from the egg yolks.  Place the egg yolks in a large mixing bowl and set aside.  Beat the egg whites in a small mixing bowl until foamy but not stiff. 

4. In the large mixing bowl, add the water, melted coconut oil, and vanilla (if used) to the egg yolks.  Whisk together.  Add the paleo pancake mix and whisk until combined.  Gently fold in the egg white foam until fully incorporated.

5. Pour ¼ cup of batter at a time into the preheated griddle or pan.  Cook about 3 minutes, then flip and cook until golden brown.  Remove to a plate and cover to keep warm.  Repeat until batter is gone.

6. Place the banana rounds in the hot pan.  Cook on one side until lightly browned, about 1 minute, then flip and cook the other side.  Top the pancakes and serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

You can use the batter to make waffles.  Make the batter according to the instructions, then follow your waffle maker's instructions for batter quantity per waffle and cooking time.

You can even caramelize bananas in your waffle maker, if you like, once the waffles are done.  It can leave a sticky residue, so be prepared for a little extra cleanup.

Nutrition Facts

Fluffy Paleo Pancakes and Caramelized Bananas

Amount Per Serving

Calories 466 Calories from Fat 198

% Daily Value*

Fat 22g34%

Saturated Fat 11g69%

Cholesterol 247mg82%

Sodium 662mg29%

Potassium 507mg14%

Carbohydrates 50g17%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 9g10%

Protein 15g30%

Vitamin A 570IU11%

Vitamin C 5.9mg7%

Calcium 279mg28%

Iron 2.5mg14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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